Aerosmith, Rolling Stones Members Demand Campai... May 2026

: The artists claimed this practice "undermines the campaign process" and "distorts elections" by confusing the voting public about where artists actually stand.

: The artists argued that unauthorized music use is "dishonest and immoral," as it falsely implies a candidate has the creator's support.

: Leading figures including Mick Jagger and Keith Richards (The Rolling Stones), and Steven Tyler and Joe Perry (Aerosmith) joined a list of over 50 artists such as Pearl Jam, Green Day, Elton John, and Lorde. Aerosmith, Rolling Stones Members Demand Campai...

: unauthorized use may violate federal and state copyright and trademark laws , as well as "rights of publicity".

: Previously sent a cease-and-desist to the Trump campaign in 2015 regarding the use of "Dream On," framing it as a matter of creator rights rather than a partisan attack. : The artists claimed this practice "undermines the

: They urged political parties to make financial and logistical support for candidates contingent on a pledge to seek proper song clearance. Historical Context

The petition highlighted several risks and moral issues associated with current campaign practices: : unauthorized use may violate federal and state

: The letter was sent to the Republican and Democratic National Committees (RNC and DNC), as well as their respective senatorial and congressional campaign committees.